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SM59 MXU

2009 Seat Alhambra

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

169,341 mi
Last recorded169,341 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2024
Typical for 2009 Seat Alhambra99,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 MXU
MakeSeat
ModelAlhambra
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2024 169,341 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 154,577 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 132,696 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 126,163 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 111,641 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 90,307 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 55,410 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

wheel trim fitted to each wheel

Fail 8 May 2018 55,408 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

wheel trim fitted to each wheel

Pass 13 Jul 2017 48,850 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 40,139 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 30,990 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 27,628 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 20,850 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 16,649 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Alhambra?

Based on 690,916 MOT tests across 54,940 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
8,856
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
54,940
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23,231
position lamp(s) not working 19,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,203
Stop lamp not working 12,864
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 12,359
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SM59 MXU is a 2009 Seat Alhambra in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Seat Alhambra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 99,438 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Alhambra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23,231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM59 MXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Alhambra typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 17 years old, this Seat Alhambra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM59 MXU registered?

SM59 MXU is a 2009 Seat Alhambra, first registered on 15 December 2009.

Is SM59 MXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 MXU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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